Greek and Roman ArtGlass2nd half of 1st century B.C.–1st first of 1st century A.D.Artwork Details
| Title | Gold-glass bead |
| Medium | Glass |
| Dimensions | Other: 5/8 x 1/2 x 3/16 in. (1.6 x 1.3 x 0.5 cm) |
| Classification | Glass |
| Department | Greek and Roman Art |
| Date | 2nd half of 1st century B.C.–1st first of 1st century A.D. |
| Credit Line | Gift of J. Pierpont Morgan, 1917 |
| Object Page | View at The Met |
Cultural Origin
| Culture | Roman, Egyptian |
| Period | Late Republic or Early Imperial |
| Date Range | 50 BC – 50 AD |
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Data Source: The Metropolitan Museum of Art Open Access · Object 249745